Interactive tutorials to learn chess step by step
How the King Moves
Learn how the king moves one square in any direction.
3 steps
How the Knight Moves
Learn the unique L-shaped movement of the knight.
How the Rook Moves
Learn how the rook moves along ranks and files.
Castling
Learn the special castling move for king safety.
2 steps
En Passant
Learn the special pawn capture: en passant.
Pawn Promotion
Learn what happens when a pawn reaches the other side.
The Fork
Attack two pieces at once with a single move.
The Pin
Restrict a piece that shields a more valuable one behind it.
The Skewer
Attack a valuable piece, forcing it to move and exposing another.
Back Rank Mate
Checkmate a king trapped behind its own pawns.
Control the Center
Why the center squares are the most important on the board.
Develop Your Pieces
Get your pieces into the game quickly and efficiently.
King Safety
Keep your king safe with proper castling and pawn structure.